OUR DOCTORS
Dr. Elissa Thorndike
Dr. Elissa Thorndike
Dr. Thorndike is originally from outside of New York City, she then spent almost a decade in Colorado, enjoying all the Rocky Mountains had to offer. She received her DVM at Colorado State University, returning back east to complete an internship at SouthPaws Veterinary Center, and yes she is a lefty! The last 20 years have been spent working in NOVA and raising her two children Evan and Milly and caring for a multitude of rescued critters. When away from work you can find Dr. Thorndike kayaking, hiking a trail or volunteering with a local rescue group.
Dr. Caleb Minger
Dr. Caleb Minger
Dr. Minger grew up in Stafford, Virginia, where his family settled down after leaving the military. He studied Animal Sciences at Virginia Tech and earned his DVM from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine in 2021, staying a Hokie through and through. Dr. Minger’s special interests are in internal medicine, ultrasonography, and behavior. However, he is most of all excited to join and get to know a great team who brings compassionate care to the pets of this community. Away from KVAH, Dr. Minger enjoys video editing, photography, soccer, and spending time with his wife, who is also a veterinarian from his graduating class.
Dr. Laura Lock
Dr. Laura Lock
Dr. Lock grew up in Burke, Virginia not far down the road. She received her DVM at Oregon State University. She loved all the hiking in the pacific northwest, but she came back to Virginia to be closer to family. She has a pet tortoise named Tortellini and helps her husband’s family take care of three huskies, Mason, Daisy, and Helix. In her free time, she enjoys playing sand volleyball, going to the beach, and hiking.
Meet the Team
Kristin W.
Practice Manager
Kristin W., Practice Manager
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Nor B.
Veterinary Assistant
Nor B., Veterinary Assistant
Nor as born and raised in Virginia. She always knew she wanted to work with animals since she was a child. She first started in the veterinary field at an emergency hospital back in 2014, and loved every minute of it. Helping patients recover and seeing them go back home is an indescribable feeling. She switched it up and went to general practice to gain more knowledge about general patient care and prevention. When she is not working she am a full time mother to an amazing 6 year old boy named Anthony. They enjoy their free time by spending time outside, going hiking, riding bikes and playing with their pit bull mix Chola. Anthony is growing up to love animals just like his mom, and carries his hamster Oso everywhere.
Sam H.
Customer Service Specialist
Sam H., Customer Service Specialist
Sam was born and raised right here in Alexandria, Virginia and attended Hayfield High School. She is currently enrolled at Strayer University in the Criminal Justice program. Ever since she was little, she has had a love for animals. In her free time she enjoys relaxing and watching tv or going out on hikes with friends.
Brittany S.
Customer Service Specialist
Brittany S., Customer Service Specialist
Brittany is originally from Western New York and moved to Virginia Beach in 2016. She recently relocated to Northern Virginia and is excited to be a part of the Kingsview family. She has always had a love for animals and is grateful for the opportunity to meet new people and their pets every day. In her time off, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs Bear and Apollo.
Natalie D.
Veterinary Assistant
Natalie D., Veterinary Assistant
Natalie is from Fairfax, Virginia and was exposed to all types of animals growing up. She has always wanted to help animals and found the best way to do that is to help their families too! This led her to working as a Veterinary Assistant for the past 4 years. At home, Natalie has a 3-year-old pure-bred mutt named Clarke who gives her a run for her money but is worth every penny! She loves to take great care of the people and animals she works with and loves to make a difference in their lives.
Sydney D.
Veterinary Assistant
Sydney D., Veterinary Assistant
Sydney moved to Virginia from Connecticut and became part of the Kingsview family in August 2021. She has always had a strong love for animals and the veterinary field, a love that started with her own horse, Ariel, whom she enjoys riding when not at work. This passion continued through her undergraduate experience at the University of New Hampshire and while working as a large animal veterinary assistant since 2015. She feels the best part of working in the veterinary field is getting to develop meaningful relationships with clients and patients throughout their journey. When not working or riding, Sydney enjoys playing video games like Skyrim and Diablo, crocheting, and watching Star Trek.
Lizzy R.
Lizzy R.
Lizzy was born in Prince William County and raised in Northern Virginia and joined the Kingsview Team in 2021. She’s had a passion for all animals since she was a small child, and has had all sorts of pets from pocket pets to reptiles, birds, fish, cats and dogs. She started as a Kennel Technician in 2009, and has both extensive experience in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care and General Practice. She has a huge soft spot for Senior animals and all hounds. In her spare time you can find her spending time with her niece Haley, her sweet senior Beagle boy Maddox, her Yorkshire Terrier Sid Vicious, her absolute diva Beardie Caesar, or one of her many (5) cats. You can also find her rescuing animals, from bottle baby kittens to the sick or injured/lost dog or cat, and working occasionally as a pet sitter/ dog walker.
Alex W.
Alex W.
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Anna M.
Anna M.
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